We held a conference with our Board and Directors at the lovely Yarra Valley Estate. We enjoyed two tranquil nights in the Harrier room and held our conference in the magnificent Garden Room. The food, staff and surroundings were truly spectacular. It didn’t feel like work at all. Absolutely loved it and will definitely book our next work event there again. 5 Stars all round!!
Conference Venue with Accommodation Victoria
Room to think. Space to stay.
Yarra Valley Estate has been hosting conferences, leadership retreats and team events for over 30 years on 120 acres of bushland, one hour from Melbourne CBD. Your team arrives at the venue, stays on-site, and leaves with something to show for it, a clear strategy, a stronger team, or simply a renewed sense of focus that a CBD hotel meeting room rarely delivers.
Seven flexible conference rooms. Catering is grown on-site. Accommodation for up to 96 delegates. And a sustainability story that gives your ESG team something to point to.
- 30+ years hosting corporate events in the Yarra Valley
- Seven conference rooms for groups of 20 to 250 delegates
- On-site accommodation for up to 96 delegates across 48 ensuite rooms
- One hour from Melbourne CBD and Melbourne Airport
Trusted by Victoria's leading organisations for over 30 years
Yarra Valley Estate has hosted corporate events for organisations including Toyota, Deloitte, the University of Melbourne, BP Australia, Victoria Police and La Trobe University. Some come back every year. Others forward-book 18 months ahead to hold their dates.
What keeps them returning isn’t just the setting. It’s the fact that everything works. The rooms are set up before the first delegate arrives, the catering comes out on time, the coordinator knows your run sheet as well as you do, and the team leaves having actually achieved something.
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Seven conference rooms, one property, no logistical headaches
From intimate breakout rooms to a space that seats 250, every room at Yarra Valley Estate is equipped with built-in AV and can be reconfigured to suit your event style. Several rooms open onto private balconies. The Wedgetail Room has direct vehicle access for car launches and product displays.
Your coordinator handles setup and daily reconfigurations. You handle the agenda.
Conference Venue with Accommodation Victoria
Meeting Room Capacity
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| Conference Room | Room Size | Theatre | Classroom | U-Shape | Clusters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wedgetail | 14m x 14m (Large) | 200 | 75 | 60 | 72 |
| Falcon | 10m x 9m (Medium) | 50 | 25 | 25 | 40 |
| Harrier | 10m x 9m (Medium) | 50 | 25 | 25 | 40 |
| Kestrel | 9m x 8m (Intimate) | 30 | 18 | 18 | 20 |
| Jacana | 11.5m x 7.5m (Medium) | 50 | 30 | 30 | 40 |
| Hanger | 22.5m x 18m (X-Large) | 250 | 150 | NA | NA |
| Garden Room | 10m x 6.5m (Intimate) | 30 | 18 | 18 | 20 |
5 Stars All Round
Josephine Pepe
Lovely Venue, Many Compliments
Thank you and the team for all your efforts and assistance. It was such a lovely venue with beautiful surrounds. We received many compliments for the two day programme.
University of Melbourne
Glowing Reports All Around
I had nothing but glowing reports of the venue, service and food! Thank you very much. I will be spreading your name!!
BP Australia
Successful, Enjoyable Conference
The conference was a great success and enjoyed by all who attended – as ever, we appreciate all you and your staff did to make it such a pleasant experience for everybody.
Ridley College
Faultless Experience
Thanks again for all you and your team did to accommodate us during our recent stay; there is no part of the experience I could fault.
Victoria Police
Great Venue, Delicious Food
We had a great time at YVE, enjoyed the venue, delicious food (!) and it’s been super easy and efficient dealing with you and team on the admin side. We will definitely keep YVE in mind for our future retreats etc, and have no hesitation in recommending you to our colleagues. Thanks for being accommodating to the last-minute changes too.
La Trobe University
Fabulous Venue and Staff
What a fabulous venue and fabulous staff. Thank you so much for being so accommodating (and patient!) with all my various requests and changes.
La Marzocco Australia
Stay On-Site and Stay Connected
- 48 en-suite rooms
- Sleeps 96
Keep your team together with on-site accommodation across three wings, each with its own lounge, kitchen and BBQ area. Yarra Valley Estate accommodates up to 96 guests, so your group arrives together, meets together and winds down together — one of the only conference properties in the Yarra Valley with a swimming pool.
Need full privacy? The entire estate is available for exclusive use, giving your group complete access to all facilities from arrival to departure.
Your Stay Makes a Difference
By booking Yarra Valley Estate, you’re supporting community, environmental, and charitable initiatives that make a real impact.
Team Building Activities
Yarra Valley Estate offers diverse team-building activities, from on-site experiences like our Edible Forest “Tour & Taste,” pasta-making sessions, and scavenger hunts, to high-energy activities led by external experts. Whether you’re looking for quick icebreakers or more physical challenges like Segway Olympics, laser shooting, or archery, we’ll work with trusted suppliers to create a memorable, goal-oriented program tailored to your team’s needs.
Dining Hall
Conference Catering Options
- Seats up to 150
- Cocktail and Sit-Down Style
Yarra Valley Estate sources ingredients directly from the on-site Edible Forest and kitchen gardens, which means the food your delegates eat at lunch was grown on the same 120 acres they’re meeting on. Menus cover everything from working lunches and morning teas through to sit-down conference dinners and cocktail events for up to 150 guests.
The kitchen caters for all dietary requirements, including vegan, pescatarian, nut-free, fructose-intolerant and lactose-intolerant delegates. No need to chase down the caterer; it’s all handled in-house, confirmed with your coordinator before arrival.
Property Map
Contact & Bookings
- 03 5965 2397
- 2164 Melba Hwy, Dixons Creek, VIC 3775
Sustainability
Sustainability is at the core of our values.
At Yarra Valley Estate, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword — it’s the way we do business, every day. As a proud EarthCheck certified venue, we’ve built sustainability into every part of your experience — from the way we power the estate to how we source produce for your meals.
When you choose to host your conference with us, you’re supporting initiatives like waste reduction, water conservation, and carbon neutrality. It’s not just about being eco-friendly; it’s about leading by example and inspiring our guests to make more thoughtful choices too.
It’s sustainability you can see, feel, and be part of — and it all happens in one of the most naturally beautiful locations in Victoria.
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FAQs
Q: Where are you located?
A: Yarra Valley Estate is located just outside of Melbourne at 2164 Melba Hwy, Dixons Creek. The property is on 120-acres of bushland. Close to Melbourne airport for transfers for travelling delegates
Q: How far in advance do I need to book?
A: That really depends on a couple of factors. How large is your event? Or Do you have specific set days? If you require exclusive use of the property with a larger group or have dates that must be kept, you will need to look 6-12 months in advance – although some of our clients repeat their bookings and forward plan for 18 months in advance.
Q: Can you meet our budget?
A: Yes, we know that each event is different and that financial constraints can determine if you are able to achieve all you want to have for your upcoming corporate event – at Yarra Valley Estate we will work with you to recommend options and assist you to plan the perfect event.
Q; Is there someone onsite to help each day?
A: Absolutely! Your dedicated event coordinator is onsite each day and the YVE team will be there to ensure your event is successful. Any question you may have, ask and we will answer it!
Q: Can I arrive early to set up?
A: Yes, of course. All the finer details like arrival times, bump in and bump out are confirmed with you prior to the event. Perhaps you would like to do a walkthrough with your team prior to the event commencing?
Q: Do you offer exclusive use of the property?
A: Yes, of course. Exclusive use is a benefit that Yarra Valley Estate offers. A larger group may automatically ensure you have the property to yourselves or you can request to have private use for the duration of your event.
Q: Catering; What’s included?
A: It is one of the most important aspects and can make your event memorable (for all the right reasons!). Your health and wellbeing is our priority, we harvest from our Edible Forest & vegetable gardens to ensure the freshest ingredients for your menus. We even ensure that fresh whole fruit is available on arrival.
Yes, coffee is available all day, every day! Nespresso machines are in each event space and also the dining room with a range of pod strengths to choose from. Yarra Valley Tea co & hot chocolate are available for those non-coffee drinkers!
Q: Catering; Dietary Requirements
A: Yes, we cater to all dietary requirements; pescatarian, vegan, nut free, fructose, lactose and more. We have the experience to modify dishes to suit and provide delicious alternatives that will ensure your delegates enjoy each meal. Please note, specific lifestyle choices may not be able to be accommodated.
Q: Do you allow promotional vehicles onsite?
A: The Wedgetail room has vehicle access, so you can drive right onto the floor and park. There are also large grassed areas for display purposes. If you have off-road vehicles, we have 120 acres to drive around on and a steep hill for you to use!
Q: Parking
A: No need for you to worry about parking. It’s free and unlimited. As a sustainable venue, we recommend car-pooling to reduce the impact on the environment and also offer transport options for your event.
Q: Onsite Accommodation; Can I allocate the rooms to suit the team?
A: Yes, you can allocate your team to specific accommodation rooms or areas. We will work with you in the planning process to ensure the best for your team. We have 3 blocks with 14 rooms plus 2 cottages with 3 bedrooms – a total of 48 accommodation rooms onsite.
Q: Onsite Activities
A: We have a great range of onsite activities for you to consider. There is no need to leave the property once you arrive. A list is available here
Q: What do you include for a conference?
A: At YVE, we take care of everything – all you have to do is arrange the agenda, guest speakers and ensure the delegates arrive on time. See all that is included here
Q: Interstate arrivals; Night Prior Accommodation & Airport Transfers
A: Yes, we can ensure night prior arrivals are taken care of, ensuring they are onsite and refreshed after travelling to the venue. If you need airport transfers, we have some fantastic and reliable vendors that will be happy to help – form 1 person to 100 people!
Q: Are we able to put up our own signage?
A: Yes, of course you can erect your own signage. This will reassure your delegates that they are in the right location – although if you don’t have signage, no need to worry – our YVE team will personally direct your attendees on arrival.
Q: Flexibility & Break out rooms
A: We offer flexibility to ensure your event is tailored to your event specifications, from the room set up to the timings, through to the theming and beverage selection! Of course, we can offer recommendations based on our experience. Flexibility also ensures that daily changes are adapted into the agenda quickly and easily.
Break out rooms are available and can be set up in advance or as required for you, depending on availability.
Q: Does Yarra Valley Estate offer accommodation for conference guests?
A: Absolutely. Yarra Valley Estate is a conference venue with accommodation Victoria, meaning your team can stay on-site in one of our 48 en-suite rooms. This makes it easy to host multi-day events, retreats, or workshops without the hassle of off-site travel — all while enjoying the stunning Yarra Valley surrounds.
Q: Is Yarra Valley Estate a licensed venue?
A: Yes. Yarra Valley Estate is fully licensed. We have a bar that serves your guests across weddings, conferences, functions and events.
Q: Can we drink alcohol at Yarra Valley Estate?
A: Yes. We are a fully licensed venue. Drinks are served from our bar, and our team handles all beverage service at your event.
Q: Is there a bar on site?
A: Yes. Our Dining Hall has a fully stocked bar.
Q: Can we bring our own alcohol?
A: You are welcome to bring your own drinks into your accommodation and the shared accommodation areas. Our licensed areas, including the bar and Dining Hall, are served by our bar, so own drinks are not permitted in those spaces. This is standard for a licensed venue and our team will walk you through it when you plan your event.
Q: Do you offer beverage packages?
A: Yes. We offer beverage packages to suit your event, and your coordinator will help you choose the right option for your group.
Q: What time can we serve until?
A: A licence extension to 1 am is available at additional cost, so your event can run later if you’d like. Your coordinator will include this in your quote.
